Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

delicious wholesome midweek dinner

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 55m
Total Time: 1h 5m
Temp.: 425 °F
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (37 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

339
Calories
19.1g
Fat
1.5g
Carbohydrate
37.9g
Protein
132mg
Cholesterol
423mg
Sodium
Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

Recipe Description

These Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters make a regular appearance in my house. They make a great midweek meal – comforting when served with potatoes in winter, but they make a great summer meal too when served alongside a leafy green salad.

I start this dish by making a garlic paste which I rub into the chicken legs. I place the legs in a roasting dish. Then pour in some chicken broth. You can use ¼ cup of dry white wine with ¼ cup of chicken broth if you prefer. Cook in the oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken registers at least 165 °F on a food thermometer.

To make the Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat the oven and prepare a roasting dish

    10 min
    Step 1 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Preheat the oven to 425 °F. Lightly oil a 9x13 inch roasting dish.

  2. 2

    Make a paste

    3 min
    Step 2 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Mix the garlic, oregano, salt, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper together in a small bowl. Pour in the olive oil and mix well. Make a paste consistency using a pestle and mortar.

  3. 3

    Prepare the chicken

    5 min
    Step 3 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Cut off any excess skin and fat on the chicken legs. Place each leg in the roasting dish and rub the garlic paste all over each piece.

  4. 4

    Add broth

    1 min
    Step 4 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Pour the chicken broth into the baking dish.

  5. 5

    Cook

    45 min
    Step 5 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Roast in the oven for 45 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Step 6 - Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters

    Serve with mashed potato for a healthy and wholesome winter dinner.

This Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters is a really simple, but delicious midweek dinner. Try it soon and don’t forget to come back and leave a comment below.

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (37 reviews)
Ollie
April 16, 2025
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I cooked this garlic roasted chicken for my weekly dinner with friends and they loved it. The garlic paste was super easy to make and packed with flavor. The crispy skin was perfect! Great recipe for any season.

Cathy
February 6, 2025
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These chicken leg quarters are totally lush! I made 'em for the fam last week, and they were devoured in minutes. The garlic paste is a game changer. Easy peasy to whip up, and packed with flavour. Perfect for busy nights! I'll be making this again for sure.

Katie
January 12, 2025
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Superb dish, thanks!

Diana Smith
December 4, 2024
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Yum!

Ursula Smith
June 5, 2024
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Easy and delicious.

Irene
April 12, 2024
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These Garlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters are a big hit in my house! They are simple to make and perfect for busy weekdays. I love serving them with mashed potatoes during winter. It reminds me of family dinners growing up.

Timothy
December 8, 2023
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Absolutely delicious meal!

Catherine Walker
October 21, 2023
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OMG, these chicken leg quarters are a game changer! I whipped them up last week, and my fam was lovin' it! Super easy, just toss on some garlic paste, and bam! Even the kids cleaned their plates. Highly recommend!

Xena
October 10, 2023
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Simply fabulous meal!

Sam Johnson
July 23, 2023
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Super easy dinner

Quinita
May 28, 2023
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Esta receta es simple y deliciosa. La preparo cada semana y a mi familia le encanta. ¡El sabor es impresionante!

Zac
November 21, 2022
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Delish! Made it last night and my wife's face was priceless.

Vicky92
May 23, 2022
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Excecllent

Nina Thompson
April 10, 2022
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Amazing! I made this on a rainy night, and it filled my home with the most comforting aroma. The garlic makes it irresistible, and it pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes. My husband can't stop raving about this dish! Definitely a keeper!

Clara
October 3, 2021
Verified

Delicious. I made this for a family dinner last week. Everyone loved it. The garlic flavor was just right. It was cozy and perfect for our weekend gathering. I served it with roasted potatoes and a side green salad. A definite family favorite now.

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